Shoaib Akhtar oddly picks Babar Azam over Kane Williamson as better all-format batsman

Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar was considered one of most lethal fast bowlers of his era. Kwn to trouble opposition with his raw pace and fiery attitude, cricketer had established himself as an integral part of start-studded Pakistani bowling attack. Post hanging his boots from an international cricketer, Akhtar has been very vocal about his opinions when it comes to game of cricket. However, on several occasions, his thoughts have t aligned with ones of fans. 

Shoaib Akhtar feels Babar Azam is a superior all-format player when compared to Kane Williamson 

Shoaib Akhtar loves talking about cricket and also is unabashed when it comes to his opinions. When ex-cricketer decided to do a Q and A session on his Twitter account, fans expected him to be at his candid best. superstar did t disappoint his followers as he diligently replied to most of queries directed towards him. Interestingly, player also did t dodge difficult questions and gave his honest take on m. 

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One being asked to name most complete all-format players in modern-day cricket, Akhtar came up with a response that shocked many. According to 45-year-old, Indian captain Virat Kohli, and Pakistani skipper Babar Azam are two most complete all-format players at moment in world cricket. A certain section of fans was left stunned as former cricketer picked Babar Azam ahead of Kane Williamson. 

Black Caps captain Kane Williamson has proved his mettle across all formats and also looks to be in scintillating form at moment. batsman has been a vital cog in New Zealand's batting line-up, and side has benefitted from his remarkable performances. 30-year-old has also decimated Pakistani bowling attack in ongoing two-match Test series in New Zealand. 

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Babar Azam also has proven to be a prolific run-scorer for Pakistan team, and manment has also rewarded him with captaincy in all formats. However, Williamson's sheer consistency can be deemed exemplary. Amidst introduction of urthodox techniques in shorter format, batsman has thrived with his sound traditional technique. cricketer with his record has made it evident that power-hitting is t a pre-requisite for attaining success in white-ball cricket. With 890 points to his name, New Zealander also is at top of ICC Test rankings for batsmen. 

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Babar Azam injury

Babar Azam injury news proved to be a major setback for Pakistani team. captain's absence has created a void in team's batting order, and it also has had an effect on team's performance in ir New Zealand assignment. star batsman was ruled out of T20 series because of a thumb injury, and he also went on to miss subsequent Test series. 

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Im source: AP